Palestinian death toll in Israel’s 21-month genocidal war on Gaza has crossed the grim milestone of 60,000, with women and children making up around half the dead, Gaza’s Health Ministry said Tuesday. The ministry confirmed that the death toll has climbed to 60,034, with another 145,870 people wounded since Israel launched the war in response to Hamas’ Oct. 7, 2023, incursion. The ministry is staffed by medical professionals. The United Nations and other independent experts view its figures as the most reliable count of casualties. Israel’s offensive has destroyed vast areas of Gaza, displaced around 90% of the population and…
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Forest fires caused by the scorching temperature in Europe and especially in the Mediterranean Coastal countries have been effective for days. In some parts of the region, the air temperature does not decrease below 40 degrees, while the winds are effective in controlling fires. Portuguese national press reports, 3 major forest fire extinguishing work throughout the country reportedly participated in more than 2 thousand firefighters. The high temperature and severe wind in Portugal made extinguishing work even more difficult, while a village connected to the town of Arouca was evacuated due to fire, so far the flames did not reach…
The IMF increased its growth forecast for 2025 and 2026 for Türkiye. In the global economic view report, 2025 growth forecast for Türkiye increased from 2.7 percent to 3 percent and 2026 growth estimate increased by 0.1 points to 3.3 percent. The IMF published the July issue of the World Economic Appearance Report under the title “Global Economy: Weak Starture in the Intenting Uncertainty Environment”. In the report, where the economic growth forecasts of the countries are shared, the upward revision was made in the growth forecasts of the Turkish economy for this year and next year. The report reported…
The forest fire between Orhaneli and Harmancık districts of Bursa is trying to be controlled by intervention from air and land on the fourth day. Orhaneli district of Yakuplar neighborhood in the forested area that started on July 26 and moved towards Harmancık district, which is effective here, the Fire Regional Directorate and fire brigade teams continue to intervene. At night, the flames rise and the fumes intensified in the forested area between Çakmak and Çamoğlu neighborhoods gave great efforts. Teams who intervened quickly in the fire between the two neighborhoods, survived to stay between the flames. Aircraft and helicopters…
Chinese President Xi Jinping is on an economic charm offensive across the Global South’s emerging markets. As tensions with the West escalate and economic headwinds gather at home, China’s president has turned to emerging markets with promises of investment, infrastructure and deeper trade ties. From Southeast Asia to the Gulf, Chinese officials have been busy striking deals and hosting summits, pitching Beijing as a stable, pragmatic alternative to a more unpredictable United States. A notable example of this offensive is Chinese Premier Li Qiang’s attendance at the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC)–ASEAN summit in May 2025, which aimed to “offer vast…
It’s tariff season again, with the next deadline looming on Friday, August 1. Since the beginning of July, the United States has issued another flurry of tariff announcements, revising the sweeping plan announced on April 2. Back then, the Trump administration threatened to apply so-called “reciprocal” tariffs of up to 50% against many trading partners, plus an eye-watering 125% on Chinese imports. In April, we modelled those measures, together with retaliation by trade partners. We reported they could cut more than 2.5% from US gross domestic product (GDP), reduce US short-run employment by 2.7%, and cut US real investment by…
Last summer, Chris Paul was, like many Southern Californians, curious about the new Inglewood arena that the Los Angeles Clippers were only weeks away from opening. Unlike most locals, however, Paul had been one of the best players in the NBA while playing for the Clippers from 2011-17. And although he was about to play for the San Antonio Spurs, he still knew well the new arena’s ultimate tour guide: Steve Ballmer, the Clippers’ owner, who showed the point guard around. “I was like, ‘Damn, I wonder what the locker room looks like?’” Paul said. One year later, Paul walked…
Four people were killed when a gunman opened fire in New York City. President Donald Trump said the U.S. would work with international partners to set up food delivery centers in Gaza. And GOP lawmakers’ efforts to outlaw “weather modification” pushes a fringe theory into the mainstream. Here’s what to know today. 4 killed, including police officer, in New York City shootingFour people, including a police officer, were killed after a gunman opened at a New York City office building yesterday evening. The suspect shooter acted alone and died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound, law enforcement officials said. Gunfire was…
Türkiye has signed an agreement with the United Kingdom as it moves closer to acquiring the Eurofighter Typhoon fighter jets. The inclusion of the aircraft will mark a major step in modernising its air force. Experts say Türkiye’s plan to buy the jets aims to strengthen its defence strategy and adapt to the shifting geopolitical landscape. Eurofighter Typhoon, regarded as one of the most advanced fighter jets in the world, has been jointly produced by the UK, Germany, Spain, and Italy. “The Turkish Air Force has the operational strength to handle both national and regional threats,” says Kemal Olcar, a…
Agriculture and Forestry Minister Ibrahim Yumaklı announced on Tuesday that all 55 fires that broke out across the country in the past 24 hours have been brought under control. He stated: “Currently, there is only one ongoing fire in our country, which is Bursa’s Harmancık fire. We continue our efforts to fully control the fire with the support of five aircraft, 30 helicopters and 855 ground vehicles.” At a news conference held at the General Directorate of Forestry’s Fire Management Center on Tuesday, Yumaklı provided information about the current situation regarding forest fires. Among the fires, the one that had…